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Life After Bankruptcy: Save On Utilities

Being financially responsible is imperative in the years after you have declared bankruptcy, but in many cases there are easy ways to save money in your own home without sacrificing comfort. Here are a few tips on how to keep your utility bills lower and save money in your journey after bankruptcy:

· Turn down your thermostat. One degree doesn't sound like much, but it can save you one percent of your energy bill each month. Turning it down five degree will save you five percent.

· Replace your light bulbs with LED or fluorescent lights. Although they cost more initially, they will save you money in the long run.

· Unplug electronics you are not using, like your cell phone charger. Anything that is plugged in is using energy - and costing you money.

· Time your showers. Even cutting one or two minutes from your shower will save 700 gallons of water per month.


These tips not only save you money each month - they also conserve resources and help the environment.